You Should KILL Your Dreams!

Is marijuana prohibited by scripture? Is it encouraged? As the drug increases in legalization and cultural prevalence, how do we as Christians approach it?

In this episode, Ben and Chad are joined by Dr. Todd Miles, author of "Cannabis and The Christian".  When it comes to marijuana, what do we make of its use recreationally, medically,  the addictive properties, and its taboo nature in the Church? Is a Christian ever permitted to use this drug, and has this substance been wrongfully deemed as forbidden?

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Luke Greenwood

Can we actually change, or are we stuck with what we've got?
What is it that keeps us stagnant, often held in the same spiritual patterns?

In this quick hit Ben discusses what truly changes us, and how anything less than a shift in identity will simply not work. 

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Is changing our minds and our hearts simply about discipline, more knowledge, or other things that might be considered self-help? Is it something else?

In this episode the regulars discuss whether or not there really is something distinct about the way in which Jesus changes us.

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Chad Johnson
Luke Greenwood

Predictably, a lifestyle that once seemed to be confined to only the fringes of society is now being found in reality TV shows, on the covers of mainstream news articles,  and widespread across the secular world: Polyamory.

Ben, David, and Chad discuss what followers of Jesus should do in the wake of this devastating assault on traditional marriage and relationships.

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Is our society seeing a spiritual awakening as more and more of it's leading podcasters, thinkers, and social media influencers begin to confront and experience the hopelessness of the secular worldview?

Comedian, actor, YouTuber, and political activist Russell Brand is the latest to begin expressing a growing conviction in Christianity, namely, Jesus Christ as the answer to his own quest for truth. 

In this episode the regulars weigh in on Russell's recently posted video clip on Instagram titled, "Why I Wear A Cross."

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Luke Greenwood

Does our theology actually make a difference in how we live our lives as followers of Jesus? Does God determine the eternal destiny of each person before they are even born? 

In this episode Ben is joined by Soteriology 101's Dr. Leighton Flowers discuss these questions, among others as they dive into the mysterious and controversial doctrine of salvation.

Check out more from Dr. Leighton Flowers here: https://soteriology101.com/
Check out Soteriology 101 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Soteriology101
Buy Leighton's book The Potter's Promise: http://tinyurl.com/yn3b8rxy

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Why is it that we can be so casual in dire circumstances; so slow to share our faith, even when the lives of the people around us are being destroyed by lies and hopelessness?

In this quick hit episode, Ben shares a personal story of actions taken during an emergency, and contemplating what they reveal about the spiritual reality around us.

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Should Christians watch R-rated movies? Does the Bible contain offensive art? Have we applied arbitrary moral standards to art and killed it in the process? What IS the purpose of art?

In this episode Ben talks with author and artist, Josh Porter, about his new book,  "With All Its Teeth: Sex, Violence, Profanity, and the Death of Christian Art."

Check out more from Josh Porter here: joshuasporter.com
Order Josh's new book here: With All Its Teeth

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In this episode Ben, David, Chad, and a special guest respond to a story of a Minnesota man who dove into an icy river to save the driver of a vehicle that had just gone off of the road.

How do we parallel this story with our urgency for the gospel, for those in our lives who are heading toward an eternity without God? Why are we not more vigilant, like the man who went into the river, without hesitation?

Join us on Tuesday, January 30th at 12 PM CST for our Provoke & Inspire Community Zoom call! Here's the link, see you there!
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81289458902

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We can often get so caught up in doing things for God and wondering what he might want us to be doing, that we miss some very simple, yet critical aspects of walking out our faith. We miss out on what God has for us; following our own dreams instead of following Jesus.

In this quick hit episode, Ben dives into how we were designed to make a difference, drawing from the scriptures as well as his own life experience.

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